Here's what would happen if Trump declared a national emergency to build his border wall

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President Donald Trump appears increasingly likely to declare a national emergency to get funds to build a wall along the southern border.
He has demanded $5.7 billion from Congress, which has refused to provide it, prompting a government shutdown that's in it 21st day.
If he declared a national emergency, he would instantly gain a slew of special powers he could use to get the funds he needs.
Such an action would almost certainly trigger challenges from Congress and the courts, but it's unclear how the battles would play out.
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Here's what would happen if Trump declared a national emergency to build his border wall

President Donald Trump appears increasingly likely to declare a national emergency to get funds to build a wall along the southern border.
He has demanded $5.7 billion from Congress, which has refused to provide it, prompting a 21-day government shutdown.
If he declared a national emergency, he would instantly be privy to a slew of special powers he could use to get the funds he needs.
Such an action would almost certainly trigger challenges from Congress and the courts, but it's unclear how the battles will play out.
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30 of Trump's most famous quotes since becoming president

As a businessman, President Donald Trump was never afraid to offer a piece of his mind in private, in press conferences, and on Twitter.
Since running for and being elected president of the United States, Trump's reputation for sharing his thoughts hasn't changed at all.
Trump's quotes are funny, historic, controversial - and all of them are memorable.
To commemorate Trump's second anniversary since he took office on January 20, here are 30 of his most famous quotes since being elected president.
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